Accountant 3

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Accountant 3 - Office of the Bursar Finance and Business is a values driven organization that supports thousands of university faculty, staff, and students, while also providing services to the broader community and society.
The Office of Budget & Finance is part of the Finance and Business team and has a vision to recruit, develop and retain outstanding people who efficiently provide exceptional service in support of Penn State’s teaching, research and public service missions.
Our values model those of Penn State's and we firmly believe in the value of Respect, which encourages us to "respect and honor the dignity of each person, embrace civil discourse, and foster a diverse and inclusive community.
" As an incoming team member in the Office of Budget and Finance, it will be expected that all employees embody and model Penn State's and Finance and Business's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The unit of Endowment Accounting within the Office of the Bursar is seeking a motivated individual to fill the position of Accountant 3 .
The responsibilities for the Accountant include, but are not limited to the following: C reate endowment budgets, monitor and analyze endowment accounting records.
Review and approve financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformity with endowment guidelines.
Submit journal entries related to endowments.
Assist colleges/campuses with existing endowments and review in conformance with state and federal regulations, as well as University policies.
Ensure endowment criteria established by the donor are followed throughout the scholarship awarding process.
Create/update endowment/annual gift profiles, including reporting, reconciliation, and accounting within the endowment information system.
Coordinate the depositing and recording of royalty and outside trust checks.
Perform pending gifts reconciliations.
Assist with budget transfer processes due to guideline revisions and cost center change requests.
The successful candidate for this position must possess the following characteristics: Excellent communication skills to address unique situations and concerns in daily interactions with various Penn State offices and students.
Excellent problem-solving skills to plan, organize, and direct work objectives, priorities, and deadlines.
Maintain a high level of professionalism and the ability to meet specific deadlines.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail.
This position typically requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher plus 4 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Microsoft Excel.
Proficient knowledge of SAP preferred.
This position offers a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work.
Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
Due to the financial and fiduciary responsibilities of this position, successful completion of a credit history check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms.
We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive.
We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR).
The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.
The ASR is available for review here .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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